Download or read book Horten s Miraculous Mechanisms written by Lissa Evans and published by Union Square & Co.. This book was released on 2012-04-03 with total page 143 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enter a wonderful world filled with real magic, mystery … and danger. As if being small for his age and also having S. Horten as his name isnt bad enough, now 10-year-old Stuart is forced to move far away from all his friends.But on his very first day in his new home, Stuarts swept up in an extraordinary adventure: the quest to find his great-uncle Tony--a famous magician who literally disappeared off the face of the earth--and Tonys marvelous, long-lost workshop. Along the way, Stuart reluctantly accepts help from the annoying triplets next door… and encounters trouble from another magician whos also desperate to get hold of Tonys treasures. A quirky, smart, charming page-turner, Hortens Miraculous Mechanisms will enchant young readers--as well as teachers, librarians, and parents. Long-listed for the Carnegie Medal (2012) and the Guardian Childrens Fiction Prize (2011)
Download or read book Etta and Otto and Russell and James written by Emma Hooper and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2015-01-20 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This “poetic, poignant” (US Weekly) debut features last great adventures, unlikely heroes, and a “sweet, disarming story of lasting love” (The New York Times Book Review). Eighty-three-year-old Etta has never seen the ocean. So early one morning she takes a rifle, some chocolate, and her best boots and begins walking the 3,232 kilometers from rural Saskatchewan, Canada eastward to the sea. As Etta walks further toward the crashing waves, the lines among memory, illusion, and reality blur. Otto wakes to a note left on the kitchen table. “I will try to remember to come back,” Etta writes to her husband. Otto has seen the ocean, having crossed the Atlantic years ago to fight in a far-away war. He understands. But with Etta gone, the memories come crowding in and Otto struggles to keep them at bay. Meanwhile, their neighbor Russell has spent his whole life trying to keep up with Otto and loving Etta from afar. Russell insists on finding Etta, wherever she’s gone. Leaving his own farm will be the first act of defiance in his life. Moving from the hot and dry present of a quiet Canadian farm to a dusty, burnt past of hunger, war, and passion, from trying to remember to trying to forget, Etta and Otto and Russell and James is an astounding literary debut “of deep longing, for reinvention and self-discovery, as well as for the past and for love and for the boundless unknown” (San Francisco Chronicle). “In this haunting debut, set in a starkly beautiful landscape, Hooper delineates the stories of Etta and the men she loved (Otto and Russell) as they intertwine through youth and wartime and into old age. It’s a lovely book you’ll want to linger over” (People).
Download or read book Stealing Magic A Sixty Eight Rooms Adventure written by Marianne Malone and published by Yearling. This book was released on 2013-01-08 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fans of magic, mystery, and adventure will love this rollicking sequel to The Sixty-Eight Rooms—a perfect next step for kids who love the Magic Tree House series, and just right for readers who love Chasing Vermeer, The Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler, and Wonderstruck. Sixth graders Ruthie and Jack thought their adventures in the Thorne Rooms were over, until miniatures from the rooms start to disappear. Is it the work of the art thief who's on the loose in Chicago? Or has someone else discovered the secret of the Thorne Rooms' magic? Ruthie and Jack's quest to stop the thief takes them from modern day Chicago to 1937 Paris to antebellum South Carolina. But as more items disappear, including the key that allows them to shrink and access the past worlds, what was once just an adventure becomes a life and death race against the clock. Can Ruthie and Jack catch the thief and help the friends they meet on the way before the magic—and the rooms—are destroyed forever? Here's What People Are Saying about The Sixty-Eight Rooms Adventures! The New York Times: "Irresistible." Chicago Sun-Times: "Exhilarating." Chicago Tribune: "Marianne Malone has tapped into a fantasy that is . . . completely universal."
Download or read book Adventures in Magic and Mystery written by Creative Kids Productions and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-04-14 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the realm of the whispered and the witnessed, where the fabric of reality softly frays into the yarns of magic, there exists a book-a tome of unparalleled adventure that binds the essence of wonder and the pulse of the heart into one. This is the anthology of "The Enchanted Cottage" and "The Magic Mirror," a compilation where the quaint charm of hidden nooks and the boundless realms of reflection merge to unveil the tapestry of the extraordinary. Herein lies a gateway to twin sagas, each a beacon of the magical, the mystical, and the miraculous. The first, "The Enchanted Cottage," invites you into a world where the simple act of crossing a threshold can transform the ordinary into the extraordinary, revealing that magic lies not only in the grandiose but in the quiet moments of connection and discovery. Then, as pages turn, "The Magic Mirror" unfolds, an odyssey that transcends the bounds of the known, where a young adventurer and a wise, dapper cat embark on a journey through mirrors that reflect not just the visage but the soul of worlds untold. Together, they navigate the landscapes of dreams and nightmares, of harmony and discord, forging friendships with beings as diverse as the stars scattered across the night sky. This collection is more than stories penned on parchment; it is an invitation to wander, to wonder, and to find within oneself the courage to explore the unseen and the resolve to face the unknown. It speaks to the dreamer, the seeker, and the believer in all of us, reminding us that magic is not a far-removed fantasy but a spark cradled within the palm of our hands, waiting for the breath of curiosity to ignite it into a blaze. Within these tales, the Enchanted Cottage stands as a testament to the power of place-a sanctuary where the walls listen and the hearth whispers secrets of old. It is a reminder that magic resides in every corner of existence, in every heart that dares to open itself to the possibilities that lie just beyond the edge of doubt. And the Magic Mirror, with its reflections of worlds beyond worlds, teaches us that the greatest adventures are those that not only lead us to discover the marvels that lie beyond our door but also those that bring us back home, transformed, with stories that weave into the fabric of our being, leaving us forever changed. So, dear reader, as you embark on this journey through "The Enchanted Cottage" and "The Magic Mirror," allow yourself to be swept away by the current of imagination, to lands where the impossible is merely a stepping stone to the truth, and where every page turned is a step taken on the path to discovering the magic that lies waiting in the world and within. Welcome to a world where every word is a seed from which wonders grow, where every story is a bridge between hearts and worlds. Welcome, dear reader, to the adventure of a lifetime.
Download or read book Horten s Incredible Illusions written by Lissa Evans and published by Union Square & Co.. This book was released on 2012-09-04 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This magical follow-up to Hortens Miraculous Mechanisms continues Stuarts amazing adventures--with more enchantment, more surprises, and more thrills. When we last left 10-year-old Stuart, he had just recovered his great-uncle Tonys long-lost magic workshop. Now all the priceless tricks are on display in the Beeton Museum--and Stuart is junior curator of the exhibit! But another mystery awaits Stuart: Where did the great magician hide his will? Only by entering the magic world of the workshop can he find the answer. But as the mechanisms whisk him off on increasingly incredible adventures, the puzzles become harder and harder to solve…and the stakes higher. With even more page-turning action, this second book in the exciting middle-grade series does a magic trick of its own: its even better than the first!
Download or read book Archibald Finch and the Lost Witches written by Michel Guyon and published by Andrews McMeel Publishing. This book was released on 2021-10-19 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: History, magic, and adventure collide in this riveting middle-grade fantasy novel about an unusual boy who unlocks an ancient relic—and with it, a forgotten world. Befriended by a band of young witches, Archibald Finch must quickly adapt to survive in Lemurea, where a battle born in the Middle Ages is still unfolding . . . Archibald is a risk-averse boy with quirks that earn him plenty of eye-rolls, especially from his older sister, Hailee. Things get worse when his parents move the family from London to his grandmother’s creepy manor in the English countryside. Now he has to deal with hairless dolls in the library, weird stone creatures on the roof, and a spooky forest at the edge of the backyard. But these turn out to be the least of Archibald's problems . . . One day, as he's exploring the cavernous house, he finds a curious globe that whisks him away to a secret world, hidden for 500 years. Archibald finds himself on a thrilling adventure full of medieval magic, mysterious symbols, and the strangest beasts, while Hailee—who witnessed her brother’s disappearance—embarks on a daring quest to find him.
Download or read book The Mystery of the Magic Toilet written by Pungence and published by . This book was released on 2018-09-02 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Amazing Frog is back! Swindon's favorite resident is always seeking out exciting new adventures, but when the Amazing Frog is called upon to solve an unusual emergency on the moon, little does he know it's the start of his craziest escapade yet. The most important moon worm of all time has gone missing, and it looks like it's up to the Amazing Frog to find out where he's gone. And when the space ants decide they want to send along one of their representatives to "help" the Amazing Frog in his quest, things only get stranger. Aided by his trusty pal Pig Newton, the Amazing Frog must draw on all his weapons, contraptions, and-above all-wits to find the missing moon worm before it's too late. When clues begin pointing to a mysterious magic toilet-that appeared out of nowhere in Swindon one day, and seems to have awesome transformative powers-the Amazing Frog realizes that all may not be as it seems, and that strange dangers will stand between him and the missing moon worm.As the Amazing Frog makes his way through a world of fun puzzles and challenges, he encounters old friends (or in some cases "frenemies") like Joke Frog and Megalodon, and interesting new adversaries like Red Megalodon. He also learns more than he ever wanted to know about the nuanced relations between moon worms and space ants! But will he rescue the missing moon worm in time to avert disaster? You'll have to read on to find out! Fans of Pungence and the Amazing Frog are sure to enjoy this rollicking adventure for readers of all ages!
Download or read book Magic Mystery Adventure written by Takshvi Kaushik and published by Prerna Publication. This book was released on with total page 77 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Takshvi always brings a smile to my face. It is rare to find a combination of a well-opinionated child with such clear views at such a tender age. The listener is left with no option but to get mesmerized when Takshvi firmly puts her opinion across. It is a sheer delight reading the stories of Takshvi, the child prodigy who has put them together in this collection. The stories are all fantasies of the kind the children of her age enjoy reading about. Evil men captured by a child detective, witches killed by the child hero, friends playing pranks on each other – the wondrous world she has created is fun to delve into for kids and adults alike. The style is simple, and her world's innocence is a treat to partake from. There is a beautiful journey that lies ahead for Takshvi.
Download or read book The Secret of the Key A Sixty Eight Rooms Adventure written by Marianne Malone and published by Yearling. This book was released on 2015-07-14 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Filled with magic, mystery, miniatures, and adventure, the Sixty-Eight Rooms is the perfect series for fans of Chasing Vermeer, The Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler, and The Dollpeople! Chicago sixth graders Ruthie and Jack think they’ve learned everything about the magic of the Art Institute’s Thorne Rooms. But the magic starts to act strangely when Ruthie and Jack discover two rings that are out of place—and out of time—and a portal that shouldn’t be open but somehow is. Ruthie and Jack follow the clues to seventeenth-century England and the Brownlow house, where they meet the Brownlow’s governess, Rebecca. But Rebecca has a few secrets of her own—and she might even be in the wrong century! Can Ruthie and Jack discover the truth about Rebecca’s mysterious past, or will they end up stuck in the wrong century themselves? Their quest for answers takes them from 1930s New York City and San Francisco to turn-of-the-century China. The only one who can truly answer their questions may be the woman who started it all: the room’s creator, Narcissa Thorne. But to talk to Mrs. Thorne, they’ll have to go back in time and find her! Unlock the magic . . . in the exciting conclusion to the Sixty-Eight Rooms Adventures!
Download or read book Magic Mystery and Science written by Dan Burton and published by Indiana University Press. This book was released on 2004 with total page 414 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "[P.D. Ouspensky's] yearning for a transcendent, timeless reality—one that cancels out physical disintegration and death—figures into science at some fundamental level. Einstein found solace in his theory of relativity, which suggested to him that events are ever-present in the space-time continuum. When his friend Michele Besso passed on shortly before his own death, he wrote: 'For us believing physicists the distinction between past, present, and future is only an illusion, even if a stubborn one.'" —from Magic, Mystery, and Science The triumph of science would appear to have routed all other explanations of reality. No longer does astrology or alchemy or magic have the power to explain the world to us. Yet at one time each of these systems of belief, like religion, helped shed light on what was dark to our understanding. Nor have the occult arts disappeared. We humans have a need for mystery and a sense of the infinite. Magic, Mystery, and Science presents the occult as a "third stream" of belief, as important to the shaping of Western civilization as Greek rationalism or Judeo-Christianity. The occult seeks explanations in a world that is living and intelligent—quite unlike the one supposed by science. By taking these beliefs seriously, while keeping an eye on science, this book aims to capture some of the power of the occult. Readers will discover that the occult has a long history that reaches back to Babylonia and ancient Egypt. It proceeds alongside, and frequently mingles with, religion and science. From the Egyptian Book of the Dead to New Age beliefs, from Plato to Adolf Hitler, occult ways of knowing have been used—and hideously abused—to explain a world that still tempts us with the knowledge of its dark secrets.
Download or read book RHS The Magic and Mystery of Trees written by Royal Horticultural Society (DK Rights) (DK IPL) and published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd. This book was released on 2019-03-07 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn about the amazing natural science of trees in this gorgeously illustrated nature and science ebook. From the highest branch and leaf down to the complex "wood wide web" of roots, every part of a tree plays an important role in its own growth and the habitat of the whole forest or woodland. Did you know that trees take care of each other and that the whole forest is connected? The Magic & Mystery of Trees takes children on a fascinating journey of exploration, showing them just how special these mighty organisms are. Discover how they communicate and warn each other of predators, how they nurture their networks, record the past, and anticipate the future to ensure their survival. Learn amazing tree facts, meet extraordinary trees from around the world and learn about the habitats they create. Find out what trees do for us and how to make your community a greener place by planting your very own tree!
Download or read book The Magic Show Mystery written by Gertrude Chandler Warner and published by Scholastic Incorporated. This book was released on 1998 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Four orphans find an abandoned boxcar where they live until they are reunited with their grandfather.
Download or read book Small Change for Stuart written by Lissa Evans and published by Random House. This book was released on 2011 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Stuart Horten -- ten years old and small for his age -- moves to the dreary town of Beeton, far away from all his friends. And then he meets his new next-door neighbours, the unbearable Kingley triplets, and things get even worse. But in Beeton begins the strangest adventure of Stuart's life as he is swept up in quest to find his great-uncle's lost workshop -- a workshop stuffed with trickery and magic. There are clues to follow and puzzles to solve, but what starts as fun ends up as danger, and Stuart begins to realise that he can't finish the task by himself ..."--Dust jacket. Suggested level: primary, intermediate.
Download or read book The Magic Book of Many Adventures written by Zara Moonstone and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-08-23 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enter a world where magic is real, mysteries are waiting to be solved, and wonder is around every corner. In "The Magic Book of Many Worlds: Tales of Mystery, Magic, and Wonder," children are whisked away on an unforgettable journey through realms of imagination, each more captivating than the last. This storybook is a treasury of enchanting adventures that will capture the hearts and minds of young readers, sparking their creativity and filling their days with excitement. This collection of stories is designed for children ages 6-8, blending adventure, fantasy, mystery, and heartwarming life lessons into a magical experience that will keep them turning the pages. Each story introduces children to new characters, fascinating worlds, and thrilling challenges that encourage bravery, curiosity, and kindness. Perfect for reading aloud or for independent young readers, this book promises to take them on extraordinary adventures that they'll want to revisit again and again.
Download or read book Myth Magic and Mystery written by Michael Patrick Hearn and published by Roberts Rinehart Pub. This book was released on 1996 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The finest work of every prominent children's book illustrator of the 20th century, including Tomi Ungerer, N. C. Wyeth, Beatrix Potter, Maurice Sendak, Dr. Suess, Edward Gorey, and many others, is explored in this invaluable book.
Download or read book Through the Magic and Mayhem of Friendship written by Houlton and published by . This book was released on 2021-10-18 with total page 346 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Eka stays in motion since losing her family, running from one adrenaline rush to the next and away from any connection. Christelle loves her close-knit family, but longs to spread her wings and explore the world away from their protectiveness. When an accident leaves Eka at Christelle's doorstep, memories of magic, hidden within our everyday world, come flooding back to both of them. As they find themselves awakened to this new world, they also find that no one around them is aware of anything unusual, leaving them to navigate this reality together. At first, they seem unable to work with each other. Christelle is skeptical and cautious while Eka is ready to dive in blind-folded. But somehow, as they stumble through each new aspect of the magic, Eka finds herself trusting someone for the first time, while Christelle begins to find a strength outside her family. And, as their friendship grows, unique magical abilities grow within them. But soon a dangerous and destructive force, connected to their lost past, returns, destroying people around them and dredging up the darkest moments of their lives. When this force takes a personal interest in the two, both women will need to draw on their wits and fledgling magic if they have any chance of stopping it. But will their new abilities be strong enough when that moment arrives? Or will their newly discovered fears from the past cause them to fall back on old ways and destroy the friendship they'll need to save themselves and everyone they love.
Download or read book House of Mystery written by Eugene Burger and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
